Here’s a list of Easter egg hunts and activities happening in Oakland County communities, in spring 2025.
Auburn Hills
• “Bunny Bash – Meet the Easter Bunny” is noon-2 p.m., April 12, at the DEN, downtown Auburn Hills, 1827 N. Squirrel Road, free event for children ages 12 and younger and their families, www.facebook.com/DowntownAuburnHills.
• Easter Egg Hunt is at 1 p.m., April 19, egg hunt at 1:30 p.m. for ages 4 and younger, 2 p.m. for ages 5-12, featuring food, petting zoo, and activities, at New Covenant Church, 4217 N Squirrel Road, Auburn Hills, free but registration required at www.facebook.com/newcovenant4217 or www.eventbrite.com/e/easter-egg-hunt-tickets-1275775732559?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
Berkley
• Community Easter Egg Hunt activities are at 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 19, Oxford Park, 2100 Bacon Ave., Berkley, hosted by Berkley First Church, egg hunt at 10 a.m. sharp, live music, food truck, take pictures with the Easter Bunny, bring basket or bag, www.berkleyfirst.org/event/easter-egg-hunt-at-oxford-park-in-berkley.
Birmingham
• “Breakfast with Bunny” is 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. April 20, The Community House, 380 South Bates, Birmingham, specially crafted breakfast with desserts. Easter Bunny appearance, craft kit for children, reservations required at www.communityhouse.com, adults-$50 each, children (ages 3-12)-$25 and children under 3-free, (for 1 p.m. seating, call 248-644-5832.)
Bloomfield Hills
• Whimsical Woodlands is 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 27, at Johnson Nature Center, 3325 Franklin Road, Bloomfield Hills, crafts, storytelling, face painting, a climbing tower, vendors, and treats. Those interested in being a volunteer or a vendor, visit www.johnsonnaturecenter.org/whimsicalwoodlands.
Clarkston
• Easter Bash is 2-4 p.m. April 19, Clarkston United Methodist Church, 6600 Waldon Road, Clarkston, includes egg hunt at 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., games, food, petting zoo and more, www.facebook.com/clarkstonumc.mi, free event.
Farmington Hills
• Egg Hunt Extravaganza is April 13, Heritage Park, Farmington Hills, $9 residents, $14 non-residents, register for a time slot at https://mifarmingtonhillsweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?primarycode=PR3001, limited availability.
Holly
• Eggnormous Helicopter Hunt egg drop is April 19, at The River Church locations with Oakland County locations in Holly, Orion Twp. and Waterford Twp., ages 11 and younger, (in age groups), register for a time slot ticket and location at theriverchurch.cc/easter, free.
Highland Twp.
• Huron Valley Easter Egg Hunt is 10 a.m.-noon, April 12, at Duck Lake Pines Park, 999 Duck Lake Road, Highland Twp., free event for children ages 2-10, visits with Easter Bunny, www.facebook.com/hvchamber.
Novi
• Visit with the Easter Bunny, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 5, at select Emagine locations, including Novi and Rochester Hills, take your own photos, www.Emagine-Entertainment.com.
Orion Twp.
• Wonderland Lantern Stroll is evenings, Friday-Sunday, through April 27, (also April 17), at Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Road, Orion Twp., European-style lantern festival featuring huge glowing lanterns inspired by the classic tale, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” advance registration required, www.canterburyvillage.com, $19.99+.
• Annual Easter Eggstravaganza is April 12-13 and April 18-19, at Canterbury Village in Orion Twp., featuring helicopter plastic egg drops on the field next to the village. Other activities include Easter Bunny visits, games and a petting zoo. Register for timed tickets by age group, www.canterburyvillage.com/event/eggstravaganza, advance tickets are required for all attendees including adults, $13.99+ each, free parking. There is also a ticketed ‘Brunch with the Bunny’ event which is $32.90+ each, must register in advance for a time slot.
Ortonville
• Ortonville Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt is 10 a.m. prompt, April 19, at HT Burt Football Field, 209 Varsity Drive, Ortonville, for ages 12 and younger, facebook.com/OrtonvilleLions, free.
Oxford
• Flashlight Egg Hunt is 8:30-9:30 p.m. April 17, at Powell Lake Township Park, Oxford, pre-registration required, for ages 10-17, $10 for residents, $12 for non-residents, bring flashlights with batteries and basket, purchase tickets prior to the event at Oxford Township Parks and Recreation, 2795 Seymour Lake Road, Oxford, oxparkrec.org/special-events.
• Easter Bunny Bonanza for ages 2-9 is 1 p.m. April 19, Seymour Lake Township Park, Oxford. Purchase tickets in advance, while supplies last, $10 for residents, $12 for non-residents, at Oxford Township Parks and Recreation, 2795 Seymour Lake Road, Oxford, oxparkrec.org/special-events.
Pontiac
• Spring Bash Egg Hunt is 2:30-4:30 p.m. April 12, Pontiac City Hall Grounds 47450 Woodward Ave., Pontiac, activities for children, Pontiac Parks and Recreation, free event, registration required at www.pontiac.mi.us/calendar.php.
Rochester/Rochester Hills
• The Village of Rochester Hills Shopping Center to host free Easter Bunny visits for children, noon-6 p.m. April 5-6, April 12-13 and April 18-19, closed on Easter Sunday, at 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills. The Easter Bunny will be stationed at The Gazebo in Festival Park and guests can bring cameras to take photos, also free petting farm with baby chicks, baby goats, and ducks, www.TheVOHR.com. Visits are first-come, first-serve. (updated)
• Rochester Avon Recreation Authority Annual Easter Egg Hunt, crafts, and take photos with Easter Bunny, is April 12 at the indoor turf field house, RARA Fieldhouse, 500 E 2nd St., Rochester, $8 per child residents, $9 for non-residents. Register in advance for age group time slots, between 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at https://rararecreation.org/events/easter_egg_hunt_.php.
• Easter EggStravaganza is 3-4:30 p.m. April 19, University Presbyterian Church, 1385 S. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, stories, crafts, an egg hunt, egg dying, and more, advance register at www.universitypres.org.
Royal Oak
• Bunnyville at the Zoo is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18-19, at Detroit Zoo, 8450 W 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak, Easter Bunny photo opportunities, live entertainment, whisker painting, timed tickets at https://detroitzoo.org. general admission-$27, parking is $8.
• Oakland County Park and Recreation’s Great Marshmallow Drop is 10 a.m.-noon, April 18, at Worden Park at Lexington Boulevard and Crooks Road in Royal Oak, (new location this year.) A helicopter will drop more than 15,000 fluffy marshmallows. There will be four drop zone groups. Three will begin at 10 a.m.: Ages 4 and younger; ages 5-7; and ages 8-12. A drop for individuals with disabilities of all ages will begin at 11 a.m. An American Sign Language interpreter will be available and the Quiet Zone tent will be on site. The event is not a competition; all participants ages 12 and younger and individuals with disabilities will receive a prize. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for parking. No preregistration required. Staff and volunteers will be on site to assist with parking, and to support the program, OaklandCountyParks.com.
• Volunteers are needed for the Great Marshmallow Drop to assist staff with parking and activities. Volunteer shifts are available from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 18. Register at VolunteerMatch.com. For more information, email Volunteer@oakgov.com or call 248-975-9717.
• Children’s Easter Party is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 12, at Royal Oak-Detroit Elks Lodge, 2401 E. 4th St., Royal Oak, featuring crafts from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., hot dog lunch at 11:30 a.m., Easter Bunny visits 12-12:30 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt at 1 p.m., open to the public, https://royaloakdetroitelks.com.
• Community Easter Egg Hunt is at 10 a.m. April 19, timed age groups, starting with 0-3 years, at Grant Park, 598 E. Irving Ave., Royal Oak, sponsored by St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, craft tables, visits with Easter Bunny, raffle,www.facebook.com/stpaulroyaloak.
South Lyon
• South Lyon Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt is April 19, at 228 N. Warren St., South Lyon, gates at 11 a.m., egg hunt at noon, divided by age groups, Easter Bunny visits, activities for children, www.facebook.com/SouthLyonKiwanisClub, free. Volunteers needed for Easter egg stuffing, 5:30 p.m. April 14, South Lyon Kiwanis Club Hall.
Springfield Twp.
• Easter Egg Hunt is April 18, Springfield Oaks Activity Center, 12451 Andersonville Road, Springfield Twp. Advance registration required, https://springfield-twp.us/departments/parks_and_recreation, timed tickets by age group, $5 residents, $7 non-residents, free for accompanying adults.
Troy
• Somerset Collection hops into spring with Easter Bunny and Enchanted Green House Experience, noon-6 p.m. April 5-19, with 15-minute breaks every 90 minutes. Guests can explore the Enchanted Garden and take photos with Hester Fairweather for $15, with proceeds benefiting local children’s charities. Each participant will receive a stuffed bunny and a coupon to use at Haagen-Dazs or Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, www.thesomersetcollection.com.
• Easter Bunny visits are from noon-6 p.m. April 12–13, and April 18–19, Oakland Mall, 412 W. 14 Mile Road, Troy. Families receive free digital photos with the Bunny, scan the QR code at the photo area and receive photo by email within 48–72 hours. The Bunny takes a 15-minute break every 90 minutes. Special Needs Bunny Time is 10:30-11:30 a.m., April 13, a quieter, sensory-friendly photo session, no registration is required, OaklandMall.com.
• Village Egg Hunt is 4-7:30 p.m. April 11 (last admission at 6:50 p.m.) and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 12, (last admission at 2:20 p.m.) at the Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy, egg hunt, games, and a craft, register at www.troyhistoricvillage.org/programs/spring-egg-hunt, advance registration is $7 members, $9/non-members, free for ages younger than 2. At the door- $8 members or $10 non-members. Geared for ages 3-10, structured with each family collecting eggs in a designated lane one at a time, activities both inside and outside buildings, rain or shine, for accessibility information, call 248-524-3570.
Waterford Twp.
• Bunny Bash is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 12, Williams Lake Church of the Nazarene, 2840 Airport Road, Waterford Twp., free community event with Easter egg hunt, photos with Easter bunny, lunch, magician, petting zoo, bounce house, games and prizes, www.williamslakechurch.com.
• Easter Egg Hunt is 10 a.m. April 19, Central United Methodist Church, 3882 Highland Road, Waterford Twp., https://waterfordcumc.org/upcoming-events/easter-egg-hunt, rain or shine. Parents must stay with their kids during the Easter egg hunt.
• Bunny Bingo is 10-11:30 a.m.-noon, April 12, Waterford Recreation Center, 5640 Williams Lake Road, Waterford Twp., register by April 4, at www.waterfordmi.gov/1357/Events, (248) 674-5441, $5 residents, $9 non-residents.
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